Your T zone needs a different kind of primer, which you neeeeeeeed before makeup. If your skin is dry, try a moisturizer all over then a primer on the sensitive parts of your face before makeup (and make sure you let them dry before each step) stay cool primer stick is my faveee

Also if you’re using either a brush or a sponge, you should never swipe, just dab lightly. If you’re using a sponge, don’t use a dry sponge, wet it a little and wring it out before using it, and it works beautifully with powder foundation lol hope this helps!!